Manager, Sourcing

Ascension • Remote,

4d • $107,822 - $145,875 • Remote

About The Position

This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
• Nice, Bright, High-Energy, Inclusive, Willing to Give Away Power, Inspired by Mission, Invigorated by Change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation of complex pricing and contract terms for all non-payroll spend to minimize organizational risk while ensuring the inclusion of optimal business terms and legal protections.
• Partner with Contract Design counterparts and senior leadership to architect category negotiation strategies that utilize innovative sourcing methods to drive significant cost savings and value-added benefits.
• Administer consistent, defendable sourcing strategies that comply with all national regulations and policies, ensuring that internal processes are properly utilized and maintained.
• Analyze sourcing data, market trends, and benchmarking best practices to provide continuous improvements to the sourcing strategy and maintain a competitive edge within the healthcare supply chain.
• Facilitate strategic relationships with Finance, Legal, and Corporate Risk teams to ensure timely communication of critical business matters, and represents The Resource Group's core values through interactions with the Supplier community and participants.
• Optimize team performance through strategic day-to-day management of associates including hiring, training and onboarding, professional development, and providing coaching and feedback as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED